BSGL4022GB
Instructions for use
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Disposal information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Your vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Vacuuming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
When the work is done . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Changing the dust bag and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Replacement parts and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Conditions of guarantee
For this appliance the guarantee conditions as set out by our representatives in the country of sale apply. Details regarding same may be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. For claims under guarantee the sales receipt must be produced.
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This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EG concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
Please keep this instruction manual.
When passing the vacuum cleaner on to a third party, please also pass on this instruction manual.
Intended use
This vacuum cleaner is intended for domestic use only, not for commercial use. Only use this vacuum cleaner in accordance with the instructions in this instruction manual.
The manufacturer will not accept any responsibility for damage caused by improper use or incorrect operation.
Therefore, please note the following points.
The vacuum cleaner must only be operated with: manufacturer's original dust bags
Original replacement parts, accessories or optional accessories
The vacuum cleaner is not to be used for:
cleaning persons or animals vacuuming up:
– Insects and spiders
– Hazardous, sharp-edged, hot or burning substances.
– Damp or liquid substances
– Highly flammable or explosive substances and gases
– Ash, soot from tiled stoves and central heating systems
Safety information
This vacuum cleaner complies with the generally accepted standards of technology and the relevant safety regulations.
We confirm that it complies with the following
European directives: 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC.
Always observe the information on the rating plate when using the vacuum cleaner and connecting to the power supply.
Never use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bag.
=> This can damage the appliance.
Only allow children to use the vacuum cleaner under supervision.
This appliance must not be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or with a lack of experience and knowledge (including children) unless they have been instructed in the use of the appliance by a responsible person.
Keep suction away from your face when using the handle, nozzles or pipe. => There is a risk of injury.
Never carry the vacuum cleaner by the power cord.
Fully extend the power cord when using the vacuum cleaner continuously for several hours.
When disconnecting the appliance from the mains, pull the plug, not the power cord.
Do not pull the power cord around sharp corners or allow it to become trapped.
Unplug the power cord from the mains before carrying out any work on the vacuum cleaner or its accessories.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged.
Unplug the power cord from the mains if a fault is detected.
For safety reasons, only authorised after-sales service personnel are permitted to carry out repairs and fit replacement parts to the vacuum cleaner.
The vacuum cleaner should be protected from outside weather conditions, moisture and sources of heat.
The vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on building sites.
=> Vacuuming up building rubble could damage the vacuum cleaner.
Switch off the vacuum cleaner when it is not in use.
At the end of its life, the vacuum cleaner should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
For safety reasons, vacuum cleaners with a power rating of more than 2,000 W are fitted with a temperature safety switch.
This automatically switches off the vacuum cleaner if it is blocked and overheating. Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the mains and make sure that the nozzles, suction pipe and hose are not blocked and check whether the filter needs replacing.
Having cleared the blockage, leave the vacuum cleaner to cool down for at least one hour. It can then be switched back on again.
Disposal information
Packaging
The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from being damaged during transportation.
It is made of environment-friendly materials and can be recycled.
Dispose of packaging that is no longer required at an appropriate recycling point.
Used vacuum cleaners
Used vacuum cleaners still contain many recyclable materials.
Therefore, please take used vacuum cleaners to your retailer or recycling centre so that they can be recycled.
For current disposal methods, please enquire at your appliance dealership or local council.
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Please note
Only connect the appliance to a socket that is protected by at least a 16 amp fuse.
If a fuse should blow when you switch on the vacuum cleaner, this may be because other electrical appliances which have a high current draw are connected to the same power circuit.
To prevent the fuse from tripping, select the lowest power setting before switching the vacuum cleaner on, and increase the power only once it is running.
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Your vacuum cleaner
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1 Adjustable floor tool
2 Telescopic tube with adjusting sleeve / sliding switch
3 Hard-floor brush
4 Hose handle
5 Flexible hose
6 Upholstery nozzle
7 Crevice nozzle
8 Parking aid
9 Power cord
10 Exhaust filter*
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11 On/off button with electronic suction regulator
12 Motor protection filter, washable
13 Storage aid (on underside of unit)
14 Dust bag
15 Dust bag compartment lid
16 Carrying handles
(on the front and back)
17 Dust bag change indicator
18 Exhaust grille
*Dependent on model purchased
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Setting up
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Before using for the first time
Push the handle onto the flexible hose until it engages.
Push the crevice nozzle and upholstery nozzle into the accessories holder as illustrated.
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Push the flexible tube adapter into the air intake opening in the vacuum cleaner lid until it engages
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Setting up
Push the handle into the telescopic tube.
Push the telescopic tube into floor tool.
Release the telescopic tube by moving the adjusting sleeve / sliding switch in the direction of the arrow and adjust the tube to the required length.
Holding the power cord by the plug, pull out the required length and plug the plug into the mains socket.
Setting up
Switching on/off
Your appliance is fitted with a pop-out control button.
To switch on the appliance, press the control button in the direction of the arrow down to the stop and release. This will release and extend the controller.
To switch off the appliance, press the control button in again down to the stop. This will leave the control button retracted in the appliance.
Controlling the suction level
The required suction level can be set to any level required by turning the control knob in the direction of the arrow.
Low suction range =>
For vacuuming delicate fabrics, e.g. curtains.
Medium suction range
For daily vacuuming of lightly soiled floors.
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High suction range =>
For vacuuming durable floor coverings, hard floors and for heavily soiled surfaces.
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Vacuuming
Adjusting the floor tool:
Rugs and carpets hard floors
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Remove the upholstery nozzle and crevice nozzle from the accessories holder as illustrated.
Vacuuming with accessories
Attach the nozzles to the tube or handle as required:
Crevice nozzle for vacuuming crevices and corners, etc.
Upholstery nozzle for vacuuming upholstered furniture, curtains, etc.
Vacuuming
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After use, push the crevice nozzle and upholstery nozzle back into the accessories holder as indicated.
Hard-floor brush
For vacuuming hard floor coverings (tiles, parquet flooring, etc.)
Cleaning the hard-floor brush
Vacuum from below to clean the brushes.
Cut through threads and hairs wound round the rollers using scissors.
Vacuum threads and hairs with the crevice nozzle.
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Vacuuming
The tool connector can be removed if the vacuum channel becomes blocked.
Place the brush with the suction opening facing upwards, push the guide at the side of the wheel slightly outwards and pull the tool connector upwards and away from the brush.
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When refitting the connector, make sure that it is correctly seated and that it engages correctly in the guide.
You can use the parking aid on the back of the vacuum cleaner if you wish to stop vacuuming for a short time.
Once you have switched off the vacuum cleaner, slide the catch on the floor tool into the recess on the rear of the appliance.
The appliance can also be carried using the carrying handle when vacuuming steps, for example.
When the work is done
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Unplug the vacuum cleaner.
Tug the power cord briefly and let go. The cable then rewinds automatically.
To store/ transport the vacuum cleaner, use the storage aid on the underside of the vacuum cleaner.
Stand the vacuum cleaner up on its end. Slide the catch on the floor tool into the groove on the underside of the appliance.
To remove the flexible hose, press the two lugs together and pull the tube out.
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Changing the dust bag and filters
Replacing the dust bag
If the dust bag change indicator is completely yellow when the floor tool is lifted from the floor and the highest suction power is selected, the dust bag must be changed, even if it is not yet full.
In this case it is essential to change the dust bag due to the type of material it contains.
First check that the nozzle, suction pipe and flexible hose are not blocked, as this would also lead to the dust bag change indicator being triggered.
The handle can easily be detached from the hose to remove blockages.
Opening the lid
Press the control button down to the stop and leave it retracted in the appliance.
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Caution: Only open the lid with the control button retracted.
Open the lid by moving the locking lever in the direction of the arrow.
Changing the dust bag and filters
Seal the dust bag by pulling the sealing strip and remove the bag.
Slide the new dust bag into the holder to the stop.
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Caution: the lid will only close if a dust bag has been inserted.
Cleaning the motor protection filter
The motor protection filter should be cleaned regularly by knocking out the dirt or rinsing it out.
Open the dust bag compartment lid.
Pull out the motor protection filter in the direction of the arrow.
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Changing the dust bag and filters
Clean the motor protection filter by tapping it.
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If it is very dirty, the motor protection filter should be rinsed out.
The filter must then be left to dry for at least 24 hours.
After cleaning, slide the motor protection filter into the vacuum cleaner and close the dust bag compartment lid.
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Replacing the micro - filter
This should be replaced with every replacement filter pack
Open the dust bag compartment lid.
Release the filter holder by moving the locking lever in the direction of the arrow.
Remove the micro -filter. Insert the new micro filter into the filter holder.
Insert the filter holder into the vacuum cleaner and clip into place.
If you have used the vacuum cleaner for vacuuming fine dust particles, clean the motor protection filter and, if necessary, replace the micro - filter.
Care
Always switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect the power cord from the mains before cleaning the appliance. The vacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be cleaned with a commercial plastic cleaner.
Do not use a scourer, glass-cleaning agent or multipurpose cleaning product. Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in water.
The dust compartment can, if necessary, be cleaned with a second vacuum cleaner or simply wiped with a dry cloth or dusting brush.
Subject to technical modifications.
Replacement parts and accessories
Typ GXL
Replacement filter pack
BBZ52AFGXL
Contents:
5 filter bags with lock
1 micro-hygiene filter http://www.dust-bag-bosch.com
Textile dust bag (permanent dust bag)
BBZ10TFG
Reusable bag with Velcro fastener.
HEPA filter
BBZ153HFB
Additional filter for cleaner exhaust air.
Recommended for allergy sufferers. Replace once a year.
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Replacement parts and accessories
Micro active carbon filter
BBZ192MAF
Combination of micro filter and active carbon filter. Combats unpleasant odours over a long period. Replace twice a year. Replace carbon filter frame with micro filter frame.
Please note
It is not possible to combine a HEPA filter and a micro active carbon filter.
TURBO-UNIVERSAL
® brush for upholstery
BBZ42TB
All-in-one brushing and vacuuming of upholstered furniture, mattresses, car seats, etc. Especially suitable for picking up pet hair. The brush roller is driven by the air flow through the vacuum cleaner.
No separate electrical connection is needed.
TURBO-UNIVERSAL ® brush for floors
BBZ102TBB
All-in-one brushing and vacuuming of shallow-pile rugs and carpets and all hard floor coverings.
Especially suitable for picking up pet hair. The brush roller is driven by the air flow through the vacuum cleaner.
No separate electrical connection is needed.
Hard floor brush
BBZ123HD
For vacuuming hard floors (parquet flooring, tiles, terracotta, etc.)
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Printed on recycled paper
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The design of this product is environment-friendly.
All plastic parts are identified for recycling purposes
